A German court has ruled that taking the stairs – at home – can be classed as the work commute. One man was making the short journey down the stairs from his first-floor bedroom to his desk on the ground floor when he slipped and broke his back. In a landmark case, the Federal Social […]

PA Life Courses has everything you need to get ahead for 2022, with 100+ modules that cover all areas of Administration, Business, Technology, HR, Health & Safety, Personal Development and Teams & Management. Signing up to a VIP membership with the PA Life Club will reduce the cost of the course bundle to just £99! Courses include […]

Here at PA Life we’re focused on giving you the tools and information you need to succeed in your professional life. That’s why we’re busy updating our listings of important events for PAs, EAs and Corporate Buyers with key dates as soon as we receive confirmed details. Got an event you’d like us to add? […]

Staff shortages and retention are the biggest concerns for businesses across the UK in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, as demand for workers continues to hit new records. According to the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), the UK is experiencing the worst staff shortages since 1997, with a 200% increase in advertised vacancies. And […]

If Workplace Wellbeing is on your agenda, the PA Life Recommended Supplier Directory is home to dozens of trusted partners ready to help. Our list of workplace wellbeing specialists cover everything from from physical, emotional and mental health. Start your search for a Workplace Wellbeing Specialist now Not part of the PA Life Recommended Supplier […]

We’re holding an exclusive Meet Up networking event for PA Life readers on Friday February 4th 2022, in partnership with bespoke gifting specialists The Midas I and Charlie Allen Bespoke Tailors. Introducing the Architecture of Gifting from The Midas I, a bespoke gifting practice comprising of trained Architects, Interior Designers Artists and executive consultants. They understand […]

Over a third of adults (34%) are looking to change job or career in the next two years, according to the latest results of the largest survey of adult participation in learning in the UK. Learning and Work Institute’s (L&W) survey finds that over two thirds (69%) of the people looking to switch say they […]

Savoo has delved into historical data covering the last 35 years to find out how disposable income has evolved compared with the cost of living and inflation rates, to show if we really are better or worse off. Whether it’s spending money on the big food shop or treating yourself to a cinema trip, disposable […]

Despite employers investing heavily in employee benefits, 44% of employers admit that their staff are not fully aware of the benefits* they offer or don’t fully understand them, according to research from GRiD, the industry body for the group risk protection sector. Research amongst employees corresponds with this viewpoint: only 40% of staff think that […]

A study of 2,000 adults found they might have good reason for doing so as more often than not – six times out of 10 – this method has proved successful. Many of those polled have used their gut to decide things such as what gifts to buy for loved ones (25 per cent), where […]

The PA Life Summit is designed for senior PAs who want to discover innovative ways to respond to the daily challenges of their professional lives – and we have a great line up of seminars  from industry experts ready to help take your career to the next level. Here is one of the three seminar sessions that you […]

Over 60 PAs and EAs got together last week for the first physical PA Life Meet Up since before the pandemic. The event, which was bought together through a partnership between PA Life and Lime Venue Portfolio, saw the close network of senior PAs convene at Penethorne’s Bar and venue at Somerset House. While the […]

We’re delighted to announce an exclusive Meet Up networking event for PA Life readers on Friday February 4th 2022, in partnership with bespoke gifting specialists The Midas I and Charlie Allen Bespoke Tailors. Introducing the Architecture of Gifting from The Midas I, a bespoke gifting practice comprising of trained Architects, Interior Designers Artists and executive consultants. […]

By Premier Inn We’ve always been committed to making sure your stay is an enjoyable one. And now more than ever, it’s our priority to ensure your stay is also as safe as possible. So, whether that’s through our strict Premier Inn CleanProtect cleanliness standards, ensuring reception is manned 24 hours a day 7 days […]

With the recent news that Boris Johnson has dropped the work from home guidance with immediate effect, offices across the UK are now back open for business. But many workers may find it daunting to be back in a different territory after a long time remote working, with searches for ‘can I refuse to go […]

If business travel is back on your agenda, the PA Life Recommended Supplier Directory is home to dozens of trusted transportation partners ready to help. Our list of specialists covers everything from private hire and chauffeurs to private jets and rail – There’s something to suit every requirement! Start Your Search Now Not part of […]

Brits have revealed the top pick-me-ups they rely on over the winter months, including putting on fresh bed sheets, eating the last bit of chocolate in the cupboard and dancing in the kitchen. A survey of 2,000 adults revealed the top 40 ways to raise a smile, with simple pleasures topping the list. A third […]

You can now sign up to the PA Life Club for just £35 – so why not join now and get a little more exclusivity in your life? The PA Life Club package gives you access to our private members page and includes: Exclusive £99 online learning packages (worth £225) with over 100 unlimited courses to […]